In 2013 I had lap band surgery. It was a very difficult process. I lost a lot of weight...at first. Which caused slipping, uncontrollable throwing up and inability to drink even Water. After a year for trying different fill levels I unexpectedly fainted twice. My new Doc suggested i switch to the sleeve. He unfilled me for over 6 months to allow my stomach to heal and prepare for the next surgery. During that time I gained weight back faster than I lost it.

On May 18, 2016, he performed the band removal and sleeve. I feel no gas pain nor did I require pain meds after 24 hrs. I did/do feel bloated but walking is helping a lot.

I feel great, but can't get the required water and Protein down yet.

I've read many great tips here which I will use. I am feeling extremely grateful and look forward to a rewarding journey.

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Great to hear, I have a very similar story. I had my band in 2008 and have been suffering since and now I'm 50lbs heavier than when I initially got the band. Man we have the same story! lol. I'm waiting for insurance approval for my procedure, fingers crossed...

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I was denied, but my doctor requested a driect conversation with the ins company, UHC. After which I was approved. So far the sleeve is working out well for my... in terms of recovery and ability to intake without throwing up. I count all wins no matter how small. I hope you get your approval. Keep me posted... it takes a village =).

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Hello all, I'm new to the site and trying to hear about stories similar to one that I'm in. I had the band in 2013 and hasn't worked for me at all, even switched doctors which ended up costing me a lot of time and money, now I'm trying to switch to sleeve, she's telling me I have to wait six but I believe it's three. After you removed you sleeve had your surgeon made you wait until sleeve or did it all at once? If it was all at once, how was the recovery?

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